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Why are Ukraine's military recruiters facing violence in their own country?

The latest National Police Service report recorded more than 600 assaults on recruitment officers to date and warned that the aggression has become “increasingly threatening”.

Why are military recruitment officers in Ukraine encountering violence within their own borders?

As the conflict with Russia extends into its fifth year, Ukraine is encountering significant challenges in enlisting men for military service.

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